Description
Quick Pickled Red Onions are a vibrant and tangy addition to any dish, transforming everyday meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. These pickled beauties add a delightful crunch and flavor that elevates tacos, salads, and sandwiches. With a foolproof recipe, you can enjoy restaurant-quality results right at home. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, these quick pickles are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red onion (about 1 cup sliced)
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns or bay leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the red onion, aiming for paper-thin pieces for even pickling.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved.
- Place the sliced onions in a clean jar and pour the hot brine over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Let the jar cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before sealing it and placing it in the refrigerator.
- For best flavor, allow the onions to pickle for at least one hour before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg